Below is an update from Starfish, our partner in Guatemala! This update is a letter from Angelica, a Starfish Girl Pioneer who is just starting her second semester at the bilingual school she attends, where all classes are given in English. Angelica is excited to tell us why reading matters to her.

Below is an update from the Tanzanian Children's Fund! We're excited to share that her community and her academic success has helped instill confidence within herself!
Hosiana passed the Form 2 National Exam! And has started Form 3 at Oldeani Secondary School! We continue to watch Hosiana gain confidence and become more comfortable in her skin. Once reluctant to wear hats and sunscreen, she wears them with a new self-assurance. And why shouldn’t she? She is the best dancer in the room and the best singer in the room. Everyday after school you can hear Hosiana singing in the library, where the kids gather and hold an informal church service. Hosiana has come a long way to find the love and happiness she deserves, and it is exciting to watch grow into the lovely young woman she has become!
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Below is an update from the Tanzanian Children's Fund! We're excited to share her uplifting personality has aided her academics as well as the communities she interacts with.
Christina passed the Form 2 National Exam! And has started Form 3 at St. Theresa Secondary School. Christina’s presence is missed at the village while she is away at school. Ever the lovable goofball, she is positive, helpful, and a joy to have around. Christina loves to be with friends, watch movies, and read. She likes reading scary books like “Goosebumps,” but you won’t ever catch her watching any scary movie! She likes to imitate different accents she hears and try different voices, though not in front of too many people. But if it would make you happy and make you laugh, she would do it for you!
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Below is an update from the Tanzanian Children's Fund. We're excited to share that Benja has continued to excel in his studies!
Benja passed the Form 4 National Exam! We are rejoicing and also eagerly waiting to hear his Form 5 placement. In the meantime, Benja enjoys being home, helping with chores and taking care of the kids at Rift Valley Children’s Village. They look up to him like a big brother. While Benja is home, he will take driving lessons in Karatu and computer classes in Arusha. Two valuable skills that will serve Benja well in the long run. His future is bright, and we cannot wait to see what amazing things Benja has in store!
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Below is an update from the Tanzanian Children's Fund. We're excited to share that Jackie is being afforded the best education available!
Jackie has started Form 4. He is now at Mariado Secondary School in Arusha. Mariado is an excellent school, and we are ensuring Jackie the best education possible. He is excited to start at a new school and make new friends. Ever gregarious and affable, Jackie makes friends wherever he goes. He is looking forward to the next step after Secondary School, and is preparing diligently for the Form 4 National Exam so that he may have the option to choose what that next step might be: Form 5&6, teachers college, nursing school, or otherwise!
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Attached is Yessica Alejandra's report card. She has excelled in her school work, with your support.
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Yessica is another great student! She has excellent grades for Environmental Science, Geography, Social Science, Art, Ethics and Physical Education. The great news is that she has passed to tenth grade! Good job, Yessica!
Interpreted by Givology Volunteer, [url=http://www.givology.org/~Frida_herrera/]Frida Herrera[/url].

Attached is Maria Paula's report card. Her diligent work has been applauded by her teachers. She has been able to excel with your support.
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Maria Paula is doing great at school! Most of her report card has good grades with excellent comments from her teachers. Maria Paula enjoys Science and Religious Education. As well, she is very good at English and Technology. In addition, Maria Paula is good at sports. Keep up, Maria Paula!
Interpreted by Givology Volunteer, [url=http://www.givology.org/~Frida_herrera/]Frida Herrera[/url].

Attached is Jhennifer Stefania's report card. She is a star student in all of her classes, and she has been able to carry out her studies with your support.
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Jenifer is a superstar! She had great grades for Science, Environmental Science, Art and Social Arts. In addition, she is doing great in both her English and Spanish classes. Her teachers are very pleased with her grades, for she is truly a dedicated and talented student!
Translated by Givology Volunteer, [url=http://www.givology.org/~Frida_herrera/]Frida Herrera[/url].

Attached is Erika Natalia's report card. She is a very enthusiastic learner who has excelled, with your support.
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Erika loves Math! Her teacher is pleased to give her one of the highest scores in her class. As well, she has good grades for Science and Spanish. Besides of being good with Science, Erika is also very good at Sports and Art.
Interpreted by Givology Volunteer, [url=http://www.givology.org/~Frida_herrera/]Frida Herrera[/url].